Ski Lessons

Club Med’s mountain Resorts offer all world of possibilities. While you’re out enjoying the slopes, let your kids discover a vacation of their own. Let them fine-tune their ski skills or spend time at the Children’s Clubs. Not matter which option they choose, our team will make sure they’re fully engaged and entertained!

Age 3:

• Kids can join Petit Club Med® (extra cost, select resorts).
• They are introduced to skiing in a fun and safe way by trained instructors.

Age 4:

• Children can start official ski lessons with instructors from the national ski school.
  They learn basic skiing skills and receive their first medal after completing the course.

Age 5+ (Beginners):

• If your child can slide and snowplow stop, they earn the “Snowflake” level.

Next Ski Levels (“Stars”):

• 1st Star: Learn to keep skis parallel while turning.
• 2nd Star: Start skiing on blue slopes.
• 3rd Star: Focus on controlling balance and speed on slopes.

• Please Note: Levels and medals may vary by country and are based on local ski school standards (like ESF in France).

Once your registration is confirmed (in person or online before you arrive), we'll organize the week according to the skill level of each G.M®

If you've selected a week-long stay, your child's first lesson session will be held on Monday morning. They'll start by skiing a few hundred feet so the instructor can assess their level and put them in the right class. This is designed to ensure they are surrounded by other children of the same level, allowing them to feel more comfortable and motivated than ever.

Use this list to check their level of skiing experience
✔ Birdie: Your child is under 5 years of age
✔ Teddy Bear: Your child is 5 years or older but has never skied
✔ Snowflake: Your child can slide and do a snowplow stop
✔ 1st Star: They're still learning snowplow techniques but can get their skis parallel between each turn
✔ 2nd Star: They're starting to make parallel turns on blue slopes
✔ 3rd Star: They can parallel ski and maintain their balance at high speeds
✔ Bronze Star: They can parallel ski and do a hockey stop at high speeds
✔ Gold Star: They can do several small turns in a row, all while controlling their speed. They can jump when skiing over bumps
✔ Freestyle Competition: They're starting to excel at giant slalom. They can change their pace and the radius of their turns with improved mastery over their skis

Lessons for all levels!
Taught in small groups of no more than 12 people

If you've selected a week-long stay, your first lesson session will be held on Monday morning. You'll start by skiing a few hundred feet so the instructor can assess your level and put you in the right class. You'll therefore be surrounded by people of the same level, allowing you to feel more comfortable and motivated than ever.

Use this list to check your level of skiing experience
✔ Level A: You've never skied
✔ Level 1: You can halt your skis in the wedge position (snow plough turn)
✔ Level 2B: You can turn with your skis almost parallel
✔ Level 2A: You can make a wide turn with parallel skis
✔ Level 3B: You master parallel curves
✔ Level 3A: You can ski all slope categories
✔ Level 4: You can ski on all types of snow and terrains

Club Med offers snowboard lessons to children 8 and over, allowing kids to get a feel for the sport or improve their technique. Once they turn 12, they can join the adult classes. Teens can choose our multi-sport package and maximize their thrills.

Upon arrival, their level will be evaluated and they'll be placed in one of the four following groups. If they’re snowboarding for the first time, then they’ll be assigned to Class 1. Can they carve their way down a blue run while controlling their trajectory and speed? Welcome to Class 2! If they’re a master of red trails, then Class 3 is for them. Finally, Class 4 is reserved for experts on all types of snow.

For adults: Take advantage of a laid-back atmosphere to learn new techniques and share tips with guests at the same level as you.

Use this list to check your level of skiing experience
✔ Level 1: You have never snowboarded or have only practiced for a few hours
✔ Level 2: You can take turns to both sides
✔ Level 3: You can control your speed and direction

*Package reserved for Class 3 skiers and only available on certain dates.

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After checking in, you'll pick up your passes and equipment and can hit the slopes the very next morning*

Easy Arrival by Club Med is designed to offer you complete peace of mind by saving you time and any of the stresses associated with checking-in. No more lining up to collect your equipment, book your lessons, or register your kids at the Children’s Clubs.

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From 4 years of age
With Club Med’s all-inclusive package, group lessons* from ages 4 and up (yes, even for adults!) are always included for all skill levels. Instructors from the national ski schools teach adapted classes (from teaching the fundamentals to freestyle classes) specially designed for adults or children to learn to tackle the trails in the safest possible conditions. Already a good skier? The national ski school instructors are on hand to help you sharpen your skills. (Individual lessons available at extra cost)
*12 people maximum